Thyroid gland: A gland that makes and stores hormones that help regulate the heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and the rate at which food is converted into energy. Thyroid hormones are essential for the function of every cell in the body.hyroid hormones also help children grow and develop. The thyroid gland is located in the lower part of the neck, below the Adam's apple, wrapped around the trachea (windpipe). It has the shape of a butterfly: two wings (lobes) attached to one another by a middle part called the isthmus.
Land: Along with the waterfalls, gorges and beautiful lakefront, the county offers access to 28,000 acres of public forestland for hiking, mountain biking and outdoor recreation. Education: Tompkins County is home to Ivy League Cornell University, Ithaca College, and Tompkins-Cortland Community College.
Average ACT: 27. The average ACT score composite at Ithaca College is a 27. The 25th percentile ACT score is 24, and the 75th percentile ACT score is 29. In other words, a 24 places you below average, while a 29 will move you up to above average. There's no absolute ACT requirement at Ithaca College, but they really want to see at least a 24 to have a chance at being considered.